Ferrysburg, MI
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2,959
TOTAL POPULATION
1,642
MALE POPULATION
1,317
FEMALE POPULATION
124.68
MALES / 100 FEMALES
80.21
FEMALES / 100 MALES
51.2
MEDIAN AGE
2.3
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.0
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$44,751
PER CAPITA INCOME
$86,825
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,022
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
32.4%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
67.6¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.46
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,429
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.0%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
2.2%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
Ferrysburg Zip Codes
Ferrysburg Area Codes
Race in Ferrysburg
The most populous races in Ferrysburg are White / Caucasian (2,695 | 91.1%), Some other Race (207 | 7.0%), and Hispanic or Latino (106 | 3.6%).
| Race | # Population | % Population |
| Asian | 0 | 0.0% |
| Black / African American | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hawaiian / Pacific | 0 | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 106 | 3.6% |
| Native / Alaskan | 0 | 0.0% |
| White / Caucasian | 2,695 | 91.1% |
| Two or more Races | 57 | 1.9% |
| Some other Race | 207 | 7.0% |
| Total | 2,959 | 100.0% |
Ancestry in Ferrysburg
The most populous ancestries reported in Ferrysburg are German (597 | 20.2%), Irish (538 | 18.2%), Dutch (482 | 16.3%), English (350 | 11.8%), and Polish (196 | 6.6%), together accounting for 73.1% of all Ferrysburg residents.
| Ancestry | # Population | % Population |
| American | 93 | 3.1% |
| Arab | 54 | 1.8% |
| Austrian | 24 | 0.8% |
| British | 13 | 0.4% |
| Chippewa | 9 | 0.3% |
| Croatian | 39 | 1.3% |
| Czech | 19 | 0.6% |
| Danish | 84 | 2.8% |
| Dutch | 482 | 16.3% |
| Eastern European | 23 | 0.8% |
| English | 350 | 11.8% |
| Finnish | 18 | 0.6% |
| French | 105 | 3.5% |
| French Canadian | 21 | 0.7% |
| German | 597 | 20.2% |
| Greek | 48 | 1.6% |
| Hungarian | 27 | 0.9% |
| Irish | 538 | 18.2% |
| Italian | 121 | 4.1% |
| Lebanese | 54 | 1.8% |
| Mexican | 85 | 2.9% |
| Norwegian | 71 | 2.4% |
| Polish | 196 | 6.6% |
| Puerto Rican | 21 | 0.7% |
| Russian | 7 | 0.2% |
| Scandinavian | 16 | 0.5% |
| Scotch-Irish | 34 | 1.1% |
| Scottish | 63 | 2.1% |
| Slovak | 9 | 0.3% |
| Swedish | 148 | 5.0% |
| Swiss | 6 | 0.2% |
| Welsh | 9 | 0.3% | View All 32 Rows |
Immigrants in Ferrysburg
The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Ferrysburg came from Europe (20 | 0.7%), Italy (10 | 0.3%), Netherlands (10 | 0.3%), Southern Europe (10 | 0.3%), and Western Europe (10 | 0.3%), together accounting for 2.0% of all Ferrysburg residents.
| Immigration Origin | # Population | % Population |
| Canada | 9 | 0.3% |
| Europe | 20 | 0.7% |
| Italy | 10 | 0.3% |
| Netherlands | 10 | 0.3% |
| Southern Europe | 10 | 0.3% |
| Western Europe | 10 | 0.3% | View All 6 Rows |
Sex and Age in Ferrysburg
Sex and Age in Ferrysburg
The most populous age groups in Ferrysburg are 65 to 69 Years (311 | 18.9%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (121 | 9.2%) for women.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 96 (5.9%) | 60 (4.6%) |
| 5 to 9 Years | 36 (2.2%) | 58 (4.4%) |
| 10 to 14 Years | 56 (3.4%) | 119 (9.0%) |
| 15 to 19 Years | 122 (7.4%) | 16 (1.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 84 (5.1%) | 34 (2.6%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 114 (6.9%) | 47 (3.6%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 111 (6.8%) | 47 (3.6%) |
| 35 to 39 Years | 48 (2.9%) | 87 (6.6%) |
| 40 to 44 Years | 101 (6.1%) | 70 (5.3%) |
| 45 to 49 Years | 33 (2.0%) | 60 (4.6%) |
| 50 to 54 Years | 177 (10.8%) | 121 (9.2%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 48 (2.9%) | 72 (5.5%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 81 (4.9%) | 96 (7.3%) |
| 65 to 69 Years | 311 (18.9%) | 111 (8.4%) |
| 70 to 74 Years | 47 (2.9%) | 104 (7.9%) |
| 75 to 79 Years | 63 (3.8%) | 103 (7.8%) |
| 80 to 84 Years | 81 (4.9%) | 42 (3.2%) |
| 85 Years and over | 33 (2.0%) | 70 (5.3%) |
| Total | 1,642 (100.0%) | 1,317 (100.0%) |
Families and Households in Ferrysburg
Median Family Size in Ferrysburg
The median family size in Ferrysburg is 2.30 persons per family, with married-couple families (909 | 87.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.33 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (91 | 8.8%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.05 persons per family.
| Family Type | # Families | Family Size |
| Married-Couple | 909 (87.8%) | 2.33 |
| Single Male/Father | 91 (8.8%) | 2.05 |
| Single Female/Mother | 35 (3.4%) | 2.23 |
| Total Families | 1,035 (100.0%) | 2.30 |
Median Household Size in Ferrysburg
The median household size in Ferrysburg is 1.99 persons per household, with single female/mother households (35 | 2.4%) accounting for the largest median household size of 2.66 persons per household. non-family households (444 | 30.0%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.01 persons per household.
| Household Type | # Households | Household Size |
| Married-Couple | 909 (61.5%) | 2.40 |
| Single Male/Father | 91 (6.1%) | 2.43 |
| Single Female/Mother | 35 (2.4%) | 2.66 |
| Non-family | 444 (30.0%) | 1.01 |
| Total Households | 1,479 (100.0%) | 1.99 |
Household Size by Marriage Status in Ferrysburg
Out of a total of 1,479 households in Ferrysburg, 1,035 (70.0%) are family households, while 444 (30.0%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 454, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 440.
| Household Size | Family Households | Nonfamily Households |
| 1-Person Households | - | 440 (29.7%) |
| 2-Person Households | 454 (30.7%) | 4 (0.3%) |
| 3-Person Households | 355 (24.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 4-Person Households | 179 (12.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5-Person Households | 29 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6-Person Households | 6 (0.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 7+ Person Households | 12 (0.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,035 (70.0%) | 444 (30.0%) |
Female Fertility in Ferrysburg
Fertility by Age in Ferrysburg
Average fertility rate in Ferrysburg is 108.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 250.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 72.7% of all women with births.
| Age Bracket | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (72.7%) | 250.0 |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (27.3%) | 45.0 |
| Total | 44 (100.0%) | 108.0 |
Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Ferrysburg
| Age Bracket | Married | Unmarried |
| 15 to 19 years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 20 to 34 years | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 50 years | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Fertility by Education in Ferrysburg
| Educational Attainment | Women with Births | Births / 1,000 Women |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| College or Associate's Degree | 32 (72.7%) | 188.0 |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0.0 |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (27.3%) | 143.0 |
| Total | 44 (100.0%) | 108.0 |
Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Ferrysburg
| Educational Attainment | Married | Unmarried |
| Less than High School | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College or Associate's Degree | 32 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Graduate Degree | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 44 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income in Ferrysburg
Income Overview in Ferrysburg
Per Capita Income in Ferrysburg is $44,751, while median incomes of families and households are $86,825 and $67,022 respectively.
| Characteristic | Number | Measure |
| Per Capita Income | 2,959 | $44,751 |
| Median Family Income | 1,035 | $86,825 |
| Mean Family Income | 1,035 | $105,863 |
| Median Household Income | 1,479 | $67,022 |
| Mean Household Income | 1,479 | $94,573 |
| Income Deficit | 1,035 | $0 |
| Wage / Income Gap (%) | 2,959 | 32.40% |
| Wage / Income Gap ($) | 2,959 | 67.60¢ per $1 |
| Gini / Inequality Index | 2,959 | 0.46 |
Earnings by Sex in Ferrysburg
Average Earnings in Ferrysburg are $47,969, $56,746 for men and $38,359 for women, a difference of 32.4%.
| Sex | Number | Average Earnings |
| Male | 883 (61.4%) | $56,746 |
| Female | 556 (38.6%) | $38,359 |
| Total | 1,439 (100.0%) | $47,969 |
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Ferrysburg
The most common earnings brackets in Ferrysburg are $100,000+ for men (234 | 26.5%) and $55,000 to $64,999 for women (100 | 18.0%).
| Income | Male | Female |
| $2,499 or less | 38 (4.3%) | 10 (1.8%) |
| $2,500 to $4,999 | 42 (4.8%) | 13 (2.3%) |
| $5,000 to $7,499 | 33 (3.7%) | 40 (7.2%) |
| $7,500 to $9,999 | 33 (3.7%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| $10,000 to $12,499 | 1 (0.1%) | 18 (3.2%) |
| $12,500 to $14,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $17,499 | 37 (4.2%) | 24 (4.3%) |
| $17,500 to $19,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (1.6%) |
| $20,000 to $22,499 | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (3.8%) |
| $22,500 to $24,999 | 6 (0.7%) | 29 (5.2%) |
| $25,000 to $29,999 | 23 (2.6%) | 61 (11.0%) |
| $30,000 to $34,999 | 31 (3.5%) | 30 (5.4%) |
| $35,000 to $39,999 | 44 (5.0%) | 64 (11.5%) |
| $40,000 to $44,999 | 59 (6.7%) | 44 (7.9%) |
| $45,000 to $49,999 | 32 (3.6%) | 9 (1.6%) |
| $50,000 to $54,999 | 15 (1.7%) | 29 (5.2%) |
| $55,000 to $64,999 | 169 (19.1%) | 100 (18.0%) |
| $65,000 to $74,999 | 46 (5.2%) | 10 (1.8%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 40 (4.5%) | 28 (5.0%) |
| $100,000+ | 234 (26.5%) | 16 (2.9%) |
| Total | 883 (100.0%) | 556 (100.0%) |
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Ferrysburg
Average earnings in Ferrysburg are $61,011 for men and $37,969 for women, a difference of 37.8%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $115,042, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $48,047. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,705, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $24,397.
| Educational Attainment | Male Income | Female Income |
| Less than High School | - | - |
| High School Diploma | $61,477 | $24,397 |
| College or Associate's Degree | $48,047 | $32,798 |
| Bachelor's Degree | $104,563 | $38,583 |
| Graduate Degree | $115,042 | $63,705 |
| Total | $61,011 | $37,969 |
Family Income in Ferrysburg
Family Income Brackets in Ferrysburg
According to the Ferrysburg family income data, there are 248 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 24.0% of all families.
| Income Bracket | # Families | % Families |
| Less than $10,000 | 0 | 0.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 | 2.0% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 64 | 6.2% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 220 | 21.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 38 | 3.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 96 | 9.3% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 153 | 14.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 248 | 24.0% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 80 | 7.7% |
| $200,000+ | 115 | 11.1% |
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Ferrysburg
4-person families (160 | 15.5%) account for the highest median family income in Ferrysburg with $128,889 per family, while 2-person families (528 | 51.0%) have the highest median income of $48,350 per family member.
| Income Bracket | # Families | Median Income |
| 2-Person Families | 528 (51.0%) | $96,700 |
| 3-Person Families | 319 (30.8%) | $0 |
| 4-Person Families | 160 (15.5%) | $128,889 |
| 5-Person Families | 10 (1.0%) | $0 |
| 6-Person Families | 6 (0.6%) | $0 |
| 7+ Person Families | 12 (1.2%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,035 (100.0%) | $86,825 |
Family Income by Number of Earners in Ferrysburg
| Number of Earners | # Families | Median Income |
| No Earners | 175 (16.9%) | $51,250 |
| 1 Earner | 481 (46.5%) | $0 |
| 2 Earners | 293 (28.3%) | $114,115 |
| 3+ Earners | 86 (8.3%) | $140,625 |
| Total | 1,035 (100.0%) | $86,825 |
Household Income in Ferrysburg
Household Income Brackets in Ferrysburg
With 312 households falling in the category, the $25,000 to $34,999 income range is the most frequent in Ferrysburg, accounting for 21.1% of all households. In contrast, only 21 households (1.4%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Less than $10,000 | 30 | 2.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 | 1.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 111 | 7.5% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 312 | 21.1% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 111 | 7.5% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 163 | 11.0% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 216 | 14.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 291 | 19.7% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 80 | 5.4% |
| $200,000+ | 145 | 9.8% |
Household Income by Householder Age in Ferrysburg
The median household income in Ferrysburg is $67,022, with the highest median household income of $101,563 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 341 households (23.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 59 households (4.0%) in this group.
| Income Bracket | # Households | Median Income |
| 15 to 24 Years | 59 (4.0%) | $0 |
| 25 to 44 Years | 341 (23.1%) | $101,563 |
| 45 to 64 Years | 403 (27.3%) | $98,295 |
| 65+ Years | 676 (45.7%) | $0 |
| Total | 1,479 (100.0%) | $67,022 |
Poverty in Ferrysburg
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Ferrysburg
With 6.7% poverty level for males and 4.9% for females among the residents of Ferrysburg, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 27 males (28.1%) and 20 females (33.3%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 27 (28.1%) | 20 (33.3%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 3 (5.6%) | 11 (13.3%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 15 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 36 (25.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 19 (8.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 3 (2.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 1 (0.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 21 (12.1%) | 33 (15.6%) |
| Total | 110 (6.7%) | 64 (4.9%) |
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Ferrysburg
According to the poverty statistics in Ferrysburg, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 69 (71.9%) | 40 (66.7%) |
| 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 1 (100.0%) |
| 6 to 11 Years | 51 (94.4%) | 72 (86.8%) |
| 12 to 14 Years | 38 (100.0%) | 93 (100.0%) |
| 15 Years | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 16 and 17 Years | 38 (100.0%) | 15 (100.0%) |
| 18 to 24 Years | 105 (74.5%) | 35 (100.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 206 (91.6%) | 94 (100.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 146 (98.0%) | 157 (100.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 210 (100.0%) | 179 (100.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 128 (100.0%) | 168 (100.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 357 (99.7%) | 212 (100.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 153 (87.9%) | 178 (84.4%) |
| Total | 1,528 (93.3%) | 1,244 (95.1%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Ferrysburg
The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Ferrysburg show that 2.3% or 21 of the total 909 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 4.5%, comprising of 21 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
| Children | Above Poverty | Below Poverty |
| No Children | 441 (95.5%) | 21 (4.5%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 422 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 13 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 12 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 888 (97.7%) | 21 (2.3%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Ferrysburg
| Children | Single Father | Single Mother |
| No Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 55 (88.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 3 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 58 (63.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Ferrysburg
The poverty data for Ferrysburg shows that 21 of the married-couple family households (2.3%) and 58 of the single-parent households (46.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (4.5%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 3 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
| Children | Married-Couple Families | Single-Parent Households |
| No Children | 21 (4.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 or 2 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 55 (80.9%) |
| 3 or 4 Children | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (100.0%) |
| 5 or more Children | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 21 (2.3%) | 58 (46.0%) |
Employment Characteristics in Ferrysburg
Employment by Class of Employer in Ferrysburg
Among the 1,341 employed individuals in Ferrysburg, private company employees (943 | 70.3%), self-employed (incorporated) (162 | 12.1%), and not-for-profit organizations (85 | 6.3%) make up the most common classes of employment.
| Employer Class | # Employees | % Employees |
| Private Company Employees | 943 | 70.3% |
| Self-Employed (Incorporated) | 162 | 12.1% |
| Self-Employed (Not Incorporated) | 41 | 3.1% |
| Not-for-profit Organizations | 85 | 6.3% |
| Local Government Employees | 73 | 5.4% |
| State Government Employees | 21 | 1.6% |
| Federal Government Employees | 16 | 1.2% |
| Unpaid Family Workers | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 1,341 | 100.0% |
Employment Status by Age in Ferrysburg
According to the labor force statistics for Ferrysburg, out of the total population over 16 years of age (2,507), 57.0% or 1,429 individuals are in the labor force, with 2.2% or 31 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 20 to 24 years, with 100.0% or 118 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 20 to 24 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 6.8% or 8 of them being unemployed.
| Age Bracket | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| 16 to 19 Years | 110 (99.1%) | 2 (1.8%) |
| 20 to 24 Years | 118 (100.0%) | 8 (6.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Years | 161 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Years | 158 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 269 (87.9%) | 13 (4.9%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 318 (81.3%) | 9 (2.8%) |
| 55 to 59 Years | 92 (76.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 60 to 64 Years | 65 (36.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 84 (14.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 54 (13.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,429 (57.0%) | 31 (2.2%) |
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Ferrysburg
According to labor force statistics for Ferrysburg, 81.0% of individuals (1,064) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,313) are in the labor force, with 2.1% or 22 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of high school diploma, with 87.6% or 226 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with college / associate degree education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 3.0% or 13 of them being unemployed.
| Educational Attainment | In Labor Force | Unemployed |
| Less than High School | 5 (20.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| High School Diploma | 226 (87.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| College / Associate Degree | 437 (78.0%) | 17 (3.0%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 395 (83.9%) | 11 (2.3%) |
| Total | 1,064 (81.0%) | 28 (2.1%) |
Employment Occupations by Sex in Ferrysburg
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations
The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ferrysburg are Management (163 | 11.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (151 | 10.9%), Health Technologists (87 | 6.2%), Business & Financial (78 | 5.6%), and Community & Social Service (71 | 5.1%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex
Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Ferrysburg, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Legal Services & Support (100.0%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (80.1%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Management | 75 (46.0%) | 88 (54.0%) |
| Business & Financial | 70 (89.7%) | 8 (10.3%) |
| Computers, Engineering & Science | 66 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Computers & Mathematics | 16 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Architecture & Engineering | 50 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Life, Physical & Social Science | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Community & Social Service | 15 (21.1%) | 56 (78.9%) |
| Education, Arts & Media | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Legal Services & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 21 (100.0%) |
| Education Instruction & Library | 15 (37.5%) | 25 (62.5%) |
| Arts, Media & Entertainment | 0 (0.0%) | 10 (100.0%) |
| Health Diagnosing & Treating | 30 (19.9%) | 121 (80.1%) |
| Health Technologists | 27 (31.0%) | 60 (69.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 256 (48.4%) | 273 (51.6%) |
| Total (Overall) | 863 (62.0%) | 528 (38.0%) |
Services Occupations
The most common Services occupations in Ferrysburg are Food Preparation & Serving (95 | 6.8%), Personal Care & Service (83 | 6.0%), Healthcare Support (36 | 2.6%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (11 | 0.8%).
Services Occupations by Sex
Within the Services occupations in Ferrysburg, the most male-oriented occupations are Food Preparation & Serving (80.0%), Cleaning & Maintenance (63.6%), and Personal Care & Service (59.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), Personal Care & Service (41.0%), and Cleaning & Maintenance (36.4%).
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Healthcare Support | 0 (0.0%) | 36 (100.0%) |
| Security & Protection | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Firefighting & Prevention | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Law Enforcement | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Food Preparation & Serving | 76 (80.0%) | 19 (20.0%) |
| Cleaning & Maintenance | 7 (63.6%) | 4 (36.4%) |
| Personal Care & Service | 49 (59.0%) | 34 (41.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 132 (58.7%) | 93 (41.3%) |
| Total (Overall) | 863 (62.0%) | 528 (38.0%) |
Sales and Office Occupations
The most common Sales and Office occupations in Ferrysburg are Sales & Related (159 | 11.4%), and Office & Administration (116 | 8.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Sales & Related | 104 (65.4%) | 55 (34.6%) |
| Office & Administration | 35 (30.2%) | 81 (69.8%) |
| Total (Category) | 139 (50.5%) | 136 (49.4%) |
| Total (Overall) | 863 (62.0%) | 528 (38.0%) |
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations
The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Ferrysburg are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (94 | 6.8%), and Construction & Extraction (49 | 3.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Farming, Fishing & Forestry | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction & Extraction | 49 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Installation, Maintenance & Repair | 94 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 143 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Overall) | 863 (62.0%) | 528 (38.0%) |
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations
The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Ferrysburg are Production (125 | 9.0%), Transportation (73 | 5.2%), and Material Moving (21 | 1.5%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex
| Occupation | Male | Female |
| Production | 116 (92.8%) | 9 (7.2%) |
| Transportation | 56 (76.7%) | 17 (23.3%) |
| Material Moving | 21 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total (Category) | 193 (88.1%) | 26 (11.9%) |
| Total (Overall) | 863 (62.0%) | 528 (38.0%) |
Employment Industries by Sex in Ferrysburg
Employment Industries in Ferrysburg
The major employment industries in Ferrysburg include Retail Trade (266 | 19.1%), Manufacturing (245 | 17.6%), Professional & Scientific (202 | 14.5%), Health Care & Social Assistance (111 | 8.0%), and Construction (110 | 7.9%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Ferrysburg
The Ferrysburg industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Utilities (100.0%), and Information (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Administrative & Support (100.0%), Educational Services (81.0%), and Health Care & Social Assistance (74.8%).
| Industry | Male | Female |
| Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting | 33 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Construction | 95 (86.4%) | 15 (13.6%) |
| Manufacturing | 207 (84.5%) | 38 (15.5%) |
| Wholesale Trade | 17 (63.0%) | 10 (37.0%) |
| Retail Trade | 152 (57.1%) | 114 (42.9%) |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 11 (36.7%) | 19 (63.3%) |
| Utilities | 31 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Information | 34 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Finance & Insurance | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Real Estate, Rental & Leasing | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Professional & Scientific | 111 (54.9%) | 91 (45.1%) |
| Enterprise Management | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Administrative & Support | 0 (0.0%) | 4 (100.0%) |
| Educational Services | 15 (19.0%) | 64 (81.0%) |
| Health Care & Social Assistance | 28 (25.2%) | 83 (74.8%) |
| Arts, Entertainment & Recreation | 15 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 50 (61.0%) | 32 (39.0%) |
| Public Administration | 11 (55.0%) | 9 (45.0%) |
| Total | 863 (62.0%) | 528 (38.0%) |
Education in Ferrysburg
School Enrollment in Ferrysburg
The most common levels of schooling among the 432 students in Ferrysburg are middle school (149 | 34.5%), high school (97 | 22.5%), and elementary school (83 | 19.2%).
| School Level | # Students | % Students |
| Nursery / Preschool | 35 | 8.1% |
| Kindergarten | 6 | 1.4% |
| Elementary School | 83 | 19.2% |
| Middle School | 149 | 34.5% |
| High School | 97 | 22.5% |
| College / Undergraduate | 62 | 14.3% |
| Graduate / Professional | 0 | 0.0% |
| Total | 432 | 100.0% |
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Ferrysburg
Out of a total of 432 students who are enrolled in schools in Ferrysburg, 88 (20.4%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 344 (79.6%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 21 (60.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 62 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
| Age Bracket | Public School | Private School |
| 3 to 4 Year Olds | 14 (40.0%) | 21 (60.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Year Old | 32 (42.7%) | 43 (57.3%) |
| 10 to 14 Year Olds | 152 (86.9%) | 23 (13.1%) |
| 15 to 17 Year Olds | 62 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 19 Year Olds | 57 (98.3%) | 1 (1.7%) |
| 20 to 24 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 25 to 34 Year Olds | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 Years and over | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 344 (79.6%) | 88 (20.4%) |
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Ferrysburg
Science & technology (278 | 25.0%), business (190 | 17.1%), education (171 | 15.3%), engineering (104 | 9.3%), and arts & humanities (68 | 6.1%) are the most common fields of study among 1,114 individuals in Ferrysburg who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
| Field of Study | # Graduates | % Graduates |
| Computers & Mathematics | 59 | 5.3% |
| Bio, Nature & Agricultural | 25 | 2.2% |
| Physical & Health Sciences | 0 | 0.0% |
| Psychology | 36 | 3.2% |
| Social Sciences | 53 | 4.8% |
| Engineering | 104 | 9.3% |
| Multidisciplinary Studies | 14 | 1.3% |
| Science & Technology | 278 | 25.0% |
| Business | 190 | 17.1% |
| Education | 171 | 15.3% |
| Literature & Languages | 21 | 1.9% |
| Liberal Arts & History | 24 | 2.1% |
| Visual & Performing Arts | 15 | 1.3% |
| Communications | 56 | 5.0% |
| Arts & Humanities | 68 | 6.1% |
| Total | 1,114 | 100.0% |
Transportation & Commute in Ferrysburg
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Ferrysburg
The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Ferrysburg are males with 2 vehicles (308, accounting for 35.4%) and females with 2 vehicles (212, making up 65.2%).
| Vehicles Available | Male | Female |
| No Vehicle | 32 (3.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 190 (21.9%) | 86 (18.2%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 308 (35.4%) | 212 (44.9%) |
| 3 Vehicles | 160 (18.4%) | 141 (29.9%) |
| 4 Vehicles | 168 (19.3%) | 31 (6.6%) |
| 5 or more Vehicles | 11 (1.3%) | 2 (0.4%) |
| Total | 869 (100.0%) | 472 (100.0%) |
Commute Time in Ferrysburg
The most frequently occuring commute durations in Ferrysburg are 10 to 14 minutes (316 commuters, 26.7%), 5 to 9 minutes (213 commuters, 18.0%), and 15 to 19 minutes (193 commuters, 16.3%).
| Commute Time | # Commuters | % Commuters |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 48 | 4.1% |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 213 | 18.0% |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 316 | 26.7% |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 193 | 16.3% |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 101 | 8.5% |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 21 | 1.8% |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 53 | 4.5% |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 82 | 6.9% |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 24 | 2.0% |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 91 | 7.7% |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 10 | 0.9% |
| 90 or more Minutes | 30 | 2.5% |
Commute Time by Sex in Ferrysburg
The most common commute times in Ferrysburg are 10 to 14 minutes (184 commuters, 24.3%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (145 commuters, 34.2%) for females.
| Commute Time | Male | Female |
| Less than 5 Minutes | 47 (6.2%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 5 to 9 Minutes | 68 (9.0%) | 145 (34.2%) |
| 10 to 14 Minutes | 184 (24.3%) | 132 (31.1%) |
| 15 to 19 Minutes | 103 (13.6%) | 90 (21.2%) |
| 20 to 24 Minutes | 85 (11.2%) | 16 (3.8%) |
| 25 to 29 Minutes | 21 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 30 to 34 Minutes | 44 (5.8%) | 9 (2.1%) |
| 35 to 39 Minutes | 82 (10.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 40 to 44 Minutes | 0 (0.0%) | 24 (5.7%) |
| 45 to 59 Minutes | 84 (11.1%) | 7 (1.7%) |
| 60 to 89 Minutes | 10 (1.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 90 or more Minutes | 30 (4.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Ferrysburg
The most frequent times of departure to work in Ferrysburg are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (152, 20.1%) for males and 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM (68, 16.0%) for females.
| Time of Departure | Male | Female |
| 12:00 AM to 4:59 AM | 26 (3.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5:00 AM to 5:29 AM | 10 (1.3%) | 9 (2.1%) |
| 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM | 29 (3.8%) | 21 (5.0%) |
| 6:00 AM to 6:29 AM | 102 (13.5%) | 24 (5.7%) |
| 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM | 152 (20.1%) | 1 (0.2%) |
| 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM | 83 (11.0%) | 63 (14.9%) |
| 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM | 67 (8.8%) | 46 (10.8%) |
| 8:00 AM to 8:29 AM | 51 (6.7%) | 67 (15.8%) |
| 8:30 AM to 8:59 AM | 95 (12.5%) | 59 (13.9%) |
| 9:00 AM to 9:59 AM | 45 (5.9%) | 68 (16.0%) |
| 10:00 AM to 10:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 40 (9.4%) |
| 11:00 AM to 11:59 AM | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 12:00 PM to 3:59 PM | 20 (2.6%) | 11 (2.6%) |
| 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 78 (10.3%) | 15 (3.5%) |
| Total | 758 (100.0%) | 424 (100.0%) |
Housing Occupancy in Ferrysburg
Occupancy by Ownership in Ferrysburg
Of the total 1,479 dwellings in Ferrysburg, owner-occupied units account for 1,367 (92.4%), while renter-occupied units make up 112 (7.6%).
| Occupancy | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Owner Occupied Housing Units | 1,367 | 92.4% |
| Renter-Occupied Housing Units | 112 | 7.6% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units | 1,479 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Household Size in Ferrysburg
| Household Size | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| 1-Person Household | 440 | 29.7% |
| 2-Person Household | 458 | 31.0% |
| 3-Person Household | 355 | 24.0% |
| 4+ Person Household | 226 | 15.3% |
| Total Housing Units | 1,479 | 100.0% |
Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Ferrysburg
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1-Person Household | 386 (87.7%) | 54 (12.3%) |
| 2-Person Household | 440 (96.1%) | 18 (3.9%) |
| 3-Person Household | 318 (89.6%) | 37 (10.4%) |
| 4+ Person Household | 223 (98.7%) | 3 (1.3%) |
| Total Housing Units | 1,367 (92.4%) | 112 (7.6%) |
Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Ferrysburg
| Household Size | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than High School | 17 (80.9%) | 4 (19.1%) |
| High School Diploma | 306 (87.7%) | 43 (12.3%) |
| College/Associate Degree | 347 (86.5%) | 54 (13.5%) |
| Bachelor's Degree or higher | 697 (98.5%) | 11 (1.5%) |
Occupancy by Age of Householder in Ferrysburg
| Age Bracket | # Households | % Households |
| Under 35 Years | 251 | 17.0% |
| 35 to 44 Years | 149 | 10.1% |
| 45 to 54 Years | 211 | 14.3% |
| 55 to 64 Years | 192 | 13.0% |
| 65 to 74 Years | 408 | 27.6% |
| 75 to 84 Years | 184 | 12.4% |
| 85 Years and Over | 84 | 5.7% |
| Total | 1,479 | 100.0% |
Housing Finances in Ferrysburg
Median Income by Occupancy in Ferrysburg
| Occupancy Type | # Households | Median Income |
| Owner-Occupied | 1,367 (92.4%) | $75,184 |
| Renter-Occupied | 112 (7.6%) | $59,511 |
| Average | 1,479 (100.0%) | $67,022 |
Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Ferrysburg
| Income Bracket | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $5,000 | 28 (2.1%) | 1 (0.9%) |
| $5,000 to $9,999 | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 21 (1.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $15,000 to $19,999 | 36 (2.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $20,000 to $24,999 | 75 (5.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 305 (22.3%) | 7 (6.2%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 100 (7.3%) | 11 (9.8%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 116 (8.5%) | 46 (41.1%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 169 (12.4%) | 47 (42.0%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 292 (21.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $150,000 or more | 225 (16.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,367 (100.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Ferrysburg
| Monthly Cost | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Less than $300 | 19 (1.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $300 to $499 | 86 (6.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $500 to $799 | 404 (29.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $999 | 136 (10.0%) | 56 (50.0%) |
| $1,000 to $1,499 | 321 (23.5%) | 9 (8.0%) |
| $1,500 to $1,999 | 195 (14.3%) | 46 (41.1%) |
| $2,000 to $2,499 | 56 (4.1%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $2,500 to $2,999 | 72 (5.3%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $3,000 or more | 78 (5.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,367 (100.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
Physical Housing Characteristics in Ferrysburg
Housing Structures in Ferrysburg
| Structure Type | # Housing Units | % Housing Units |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,058 | 71.5% |
| Single Unit, Attached | 242 | 16.4% |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 55 | 3.7% |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 27 | 1.8% |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 | 0.0% |
| 10 or more Apartments | 89 | 6.0% |
| Mobile Home / Other | 8 | 0.5% |
| Total | 1,479 | 100.0% |
Housing Structures by Occupancy in Ferrysburg
| Structure Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Single Unit, Detached | 1,042 (98.5%) | 16 (1.5%) |
| Single Unit, Attached | 239 (98.8%) | 3 (1.2%) |
| 2 Unit Apartments | 51 (92.7%) | 4 (7.3%) |
| 3 or 4 Unit Apartments | 27 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 9 Unit Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 10 or more Apartments | 0 (0.0%) | 89 (100.0%) |
| Mobile Home / Other | 8 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,367 (92.4%) | 112 (7.6%) |
Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Ferrysburg
| Number of Rooms | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| 1 Room | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 2 or 3 Rooms | 48 (3.5%) | 7 (6.2%) |
| 4 or 5 Rooms | 283 (20.7%) | 19 (17.0%) |
| 6 or 7 Rooms | 564 (41.3%) | 40 (35.7%) |
| 8 or more Rooms | 472 (34.5%) | 46 (41.1%) |
| Total | 1,367 (100.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
Housing Structure by Heating Type in Ferrysburg
| Heating Type | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| Utility Gas | 1,329 (97.2%) | 76 (67.9%) |
| Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas | 9 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Electricity | 19 (1.4%) | 36 (32.1%) |
| Fuel Oil or Kerosene | 10 (0.7%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Coal or Coke | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| All other Fuels | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| No Fuel Used | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,367 (100.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
Household Vehicle Usage in Ferrysburg
| Vehicles per Household | Owner-occupied | Renter-occupied |
| No Vehicle | 60 (4.4%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 1 Vehicle | 335 (24.5%) | 98 (87.5%) |
| 2 Vehicles | 701 (51.3%) | 14 (12.5%) |
| 3 or more Vehicles | 271 (19.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 1,367 (100.0%) | 112 (100.0%) |
Real Estate & Mortgages in Ferrysburg
Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Ferrysburg
| Characteristic | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Housing Units | 562 | 805 |
| Median Property Value | $189,700 | $232,500 |
| Median Household Income | $26,925 | $174 |
| Monthly Housing Costs | $635 | $78 |
| Real Estate Taxes | $2,554 | $1 |
Property Value by Mortgage Status in Ferrysburg
| Property Value | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $50,000 | 17 (3.0%) | 6 (0.7%) |
| $50,000 to $99,999 | 1 (0.2%) | 19 (2.4%) |
| $100,000 to $299,999 | 393 (69.9%) | 528 (65.6%) |
| $300,000 to $499,999 | 75 (13.4%) | 180 (22.4%) |
| $500,000 to $749,999 | 49 (8.7%) | 26 (3.2%) |
| $750,000 to $999,999 | 9 (1.6%) | 21 (2.6%) |
| $1,000,000 or more | 18 (3.2%) | 25 (3.1%) |
| Total | 562 (100.0%) | 805 (100.0%) |
Household Income by Mortgage Status in Ferrysburg
| Household Income | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $10,000 | 21 (3.7%) | 18 (2.2%) |
| $10,000 to $24,999 | 96 (17.1%) | 7 (0.9%) |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 241 (42.9%) | 36 (4.5%) |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 28 (5.0%) | 64 (8.0%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 26 (4.6%) | 72 (8.9%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 45 (8.0%) | 90 (11.2%) |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 54 (9.6%) | 124 (15.4%) |
| $150,000 or more | 51 (9.1%) | 238 (29.6%) |
| Total | 562 (100.0%) | 805 (100.0%) |
Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Ferrysburg
| Value-to-Income Ratio | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than 2.0x | 64 (11.4%) | 101,827 (12,649.3%) |
| 2.0x to 2.9x | 19 (3.4%) | 247 (30.7%) |
| 3.0x to 3.9x | 34 (6.0%) | 156 (19.4%) |
| 4.0x or more | 445 (79.2%) | 163 (20.3%) |
| Total | 562 (100.0%) | 805 (100.0%) |
Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Ferrysburg
| Property Taxes | Without Mortgage | With Mortgage |
| Less than $800 | 9 (1.6%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 37 (6.6%) | 19 (2.4%) |
| $800 to $1,499 | 507 (90.2%) | 132 (16.4%) |
| Total | 562 (100.0%) | 805 (100.0%) |
Health & Disability in Ferrysburg
Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ferrysburg
| Age Bracket | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under 6 Years | 133 (84.7%) | 24 (15.3%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 325 (87.6%) | 46 (12.4%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 166 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 26 to 34 Years | 283 (92.5%) | 23 (7.5%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 288 (96.0%) | 12 (4.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 385 (99.0%) | 4 (1.0%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 296 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 570 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and older | 385 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| Total | 2,831 (96.3%) | 109 (3.7%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Ferrysburg
| Citizenship Status | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Native Born | 133 (84.7%) | 24 (15.3%) |
| Foreign Born, Citizen | 325 (87.6%) | 46 (12.4%) |
| Foreign Born, not a Citizen | 166 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Ferrysburg
| Household Income | With Coverage | Without Coverage |
| Under $25,000 | 195 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $25,000 to $49,999 | 497 (97.3%) | 14 (2.7%) |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 235 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 535 (100.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| $100,000 and over | 1,369 (93.5%) | 95 (6.5%) |
Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Ferrysburg
| Age Bracket | Public Insurance | Private Insurance |
| Under 6 | 44 (28.0%) | 113 (72.0%) |
| 6 to 18 Years | 60 (16.2%) | 304 (81.9%) |
| 19 to 25 Years | 9 (5.4%) | 157 (94.6%) |
| 25 to 34 Years | 20 (6.5%) | 263 (86.0%) |
| 35 to 44 Years | 70 (23.3%) | 288 (96.0%) |
| 45 to 54 Years | 14 (3.6%) | 377 (96.9%) |
| 55 to 64 Years | 86 (29.0%) | 219 (74.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 570 (100.0%) | 275 (48.2%) |
| 75 Years and over | 376 (97.7%) | 233 (60.5%) |
| Total | 1,249 (42.5%) | 2,229 (75.8%) |
Disability Status by Sex by Age in Ferrysburg
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (11.5%) | 52 (27.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 34 (7.1%) | 45 (8.9%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 19 (5.3%) | 17 (8.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 76 (43.7%) | 102 (48.3%) |
Disability Class by Sex by Age in Ferrysburg
Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (11.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 2 (0.4%) | 31 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 43 (24.7%) | 42 (19.9%) |
Disability Class: Vision Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| Under 5 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (11.5%) | 3 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 9 (4.3%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (2.9%) | 10 (4.7%) |
Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 52 (27.1%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 32 (6.7%) | 43 (8.5%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 9 (2.5%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 33 (19.0%) | 12 (5.7%) |
Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (11.5%) | 3 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 31 (6.1%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 18 (5.0%) | 8 (3.8%) |
| 75 Years and over | 13 (7.5%) | 30 (14.2%) |
Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty
| Age Bracket | Male | Female |
| 5 to 17 Years | 18 (11.5%) | 3 (1.6%) |
| 18 to 34 Years | 0 (0.0%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 35 to 64 Years | 1 (0.2%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 65 to 74 Years | 10 (2.8%) | 0 (0.0%) |
| 75 Years and over | 5 (2.9%) | 0 (0.0%) |
Technology Access in Ferrysburg
Computing Device Access in Ferrysburg
| Device Type | # Households | % Households |
| Desktop or Laptop | 1,387 | 93.8% |
| Smartphone | 1,296 | 87.6% |
| Tablet | 900 | 60.9% |
| No Computing Device | 46 | 3.1% |
| Total | 1,479 | 100.0% |
Internet Access in Ferrysburg
| Internet Type | # Households | % Households |
| Dial-Up Internet | 0 | 0.0% |
| Broadband Home | 1,284 | 86.8% |
| Cellular Data Only | 51 | 3.5% |
| Satellite Internet | 39 | 2.6% |
| No Internet | 106 | 7.2% |
| Total | 1,479 | 100.0% |
Ferrysburg Summary
Ferrysburg is a small city located in Ottawa County, Michigan, United States. It is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Michigan, just north of Grand Haven. The city has a population of 2,845 as of the 2010 census.
History
Ferrysburg was first settled in 1837 by a group of Dutch immigrants led by Cornelius Van Lopik. The settlement was originally known as Van Lopik's Landing, and was located at the mouth of the Grand River. The settlement was later renamed Ferrysburg, after the ferry service that operated between the settlement and Grand Haven.
In 1854, Ferrysburg was incorporated as a village. The village grew rapidly, and by 1871 it had a population of over 500. In 1873, Ferrysburg was incorporated as a city.
Geography
Ferrysburg is located at 42°59'N 86°10'W (42.983, -86.167). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 2.2 square miles (5.7 km2), of which 1.9 square miles (4.9 km2) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.8 km2) is water.
Economy
Ferrysburg's economy is largely based on tourism and recreation. The city is home to several marinas, as well as a number of restaurants and shops. The city also has a number of parks and beaches, which attract visitors from all over the region.
Demographics
As of the 2010 census, there were 2,845 people, 1,093 households, and 790 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,491.7 people per square mile (577.2/km2). There were 1,179 housing units at an average density of 614.7 per square mile (236.7/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 94.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.4% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.7% from other races, and 2.2% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.
There were 1,093 households, out of which 33.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.2% were married couples living together, 11.2% had a female householder with no husband present, and 29.7% were non-families. 24.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 9.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.60 and the average family size was 3.09.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 25.7% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 25.2% from 45 to 64, and 12.7% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 97.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.2 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $45,938, and the median income for a family was $51,964. Males had a median income of $37,917 versus $27,917 for females. The per capita income for the city was $20,945. About 4.2% of families and 6.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 8.2% of those under age 18 and 4.2% of those age 65 or over.
Common Questions
What is the Total Population of Ferrysburg?
Total Population of Ferrysburg is 2,959.
What is the Total Male Population of Ferrysburg?
Total Male Population of Ferrysburg is 1,642.
What is the Total Female Population of Ferrysburg?
Total Female Population of Ferrysburg is 1,317.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Ferrysburg?
There are 124.68 Males per 100 Females in Ferrysburg.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Ferrysburg?
There are 80.21 Females per 100 Males in Ferrysburg.
What is the Median Population Age in Ferrysburg?
Median Population Age in Ferrysburg is 51.2 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Ferrysburg
Average Family Size in Ferrysburg is 2.3 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Ferrysburg
Average Household Size in Ferrysburg is 2.0 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Ferrysburg?
Per Capita income in Ferrysburg is $44,751.
What is the Median Family Income in Ferrysburg?
Median Family Income in Ferrysburg is $86,825.
What is the Median Household income in Ferrysburg?
Median Household Income in Ferrysburg is $67,022.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Ferrysburg?
Income or Wage Gap in Ferrysburg is 32.4%.
Women in Ferrysburg earn 67.6 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Ferrysburg?
Inequality or Gini Index in Ferrysburg is 0.46.
How Large is the Labor Force in Ferrysburg?
There are 1,429 People in the Labor Forcein in Ferrysburg.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Ferrysburg?
57.0% of People are in the Labor Force in Ferrysburg.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Ferrysburg?
Unemployment Rate in Ferrysburg is 2.2%.